Finding and Cultivating the Right Associate Dentist

When it’s time to bring on an associate dentist, chances are you’re already too swamped to deal with the hassle of job searches and interviews. Your instinct might be to act quickly at the first signs of an available associate based on the current dentist shortage. Unfortunately, due to poor planning up front, most first-time associateships do not result in long-term relationships. And having to go through the whole process again just a few months or years later is both frustrating and expensive.

We can help ensure you choose the associate that’s right for your practice – and nurture that relationship to keep it on track. We’ll develop a detailed profile of your ideal candidate based on our in-depth understanding of your needs and desires. Then we’ll work with our network, contact local dental schools, and conduct direct advertising to identify a pool of interested candidates. We’ll screen the potential applicants and interview those who fit your profile, recommending only ideal candidates.

Once an associate is on board, we’ll help you monitor the relationship, using our communication and problem-solving skills to address any challenges that may arise. As with any relationship – family, friend, or otherwise – the relationship between colleagues requires constant attention. Together, we’ll make sure that relationship remains solid.